Repaint Textures for the A2A Simulations® Aircraft Factory® F4U-1 Corsair.
IMPORTANT! Because I reworked panel lines and features on this aircraft, each of my repaints require the matching Bumpmap & Specular files. These are offered as separate downloads to keep individual repaint zip-files smaller. You will find this download in the "Accessories" section at the bottom of this page.
The Pacific Theater of Operations, US Navy, WW2, was a complicated scheme between Navy and Marines. It is too much of a task to for me to explain everything here and now for the sake of my Corsair repaints. Also, the Navy changed numerous squadron designations throughout the war to further confuse us. It was a dynamic history to say the least! I will just explain where each plane was operating from, either Navy or Marines, within each repaint's description. The Navy operated from Aircraft Carriers, and the Marines from land - as is the definition of each Branch's mission profile. Most of you know that the designation "VF" refers to Navy, and "VMF" refers to the Marines. So, the Navy a/c will be tied to a particular Aircraft Carrier, and the Marine a/c will be tied to a specific airfield or island at a particular time.
VF-17, #8 Download
10.4Mb
This set of textures depicts the modern FG-1D Corsair (BuNo 88391) owned by The Old Stick and Rudder Company in Masterton, New Zealand and English businessman James Slade. US Navy VF-17, the "Jolly Rogers" was formed in Norfolk, VA on 1 January 1943 under the command of LCdr John Thomas Blackburn.
VF-85 "Sky Pirates" #53 Download
6.7Mb
This set of textures depicts a modern version of VF-85 #53 (Bureau #82305) that was crashed on the island of Maui. I saw photos of this aircraft after the crash and wanted to "restore" it for FSX, and thought it would make a nice companion for the Aircraft Factory #11 from the same squadron.
VMF-112 "The Wolfpack" #19 Download
8.6Mb
This set of textures depicts an F4U-1C (Bureau #92399) owned by the Cavanaugh Collection in Addison, Texas, USA; painted in the colors of "The Wolfpack" VMF-112 #19. This is a beautiful C-model Corsair still flying today in real life.
VMF-214 #86 "Lucybelle" Download
8.9Mb
This repaint depicts VMF-214 #86, "Lucybelle", as it was dressed up for a photo shoot on Espirito Santo with Boyington's name, kill-marks, and the name "Lucybelle". This was not the personal a/c of "Pappy" Boyington, as he never had a personal ride. This is a modern D-Model version of that plane.
Initially, I set out to re-create the Aircraft Factory "Lucibelle", but research uncovered facts that took me down a different road. Boyington had claimed for years that it was "Lulubelle" after some public Media drama over a lady named Lucy, and many artworks have depicted this a/c with "Lulubelle". After reading compelling arguments supporting the name "Lucybelle", I also found photographic proof, here.
VMF-222, #576 "Marine's Dream" Download
9.3Mb
This repaint depicts VMF-222 #576, "Marine's Dream" (BuNo 02576) that ran off the runway on Bougainville on 13 December 1943 and ended up in the ditch. Regularly flown by Edwin L. Olander, but who flew it that day is not known - just that he survived with minor injuries. The true colors of this Corsair will never be known and, perhaps never agreed upon, but this is my take on it as a modern restored A-model.
Photos of the bent-up bent wing bird can be found here.
VMF-312, #578 Download
7.6Mb
This repaint depicts VMF-312 #578. Very little information is to be had about VMF-312, and this repaint is based upon a formation photo with #530 in the lead and what looks like something-78 in the second slot. Everyone and their dog has depicted #530, both in real life and in the simulation world. So I am deviating from the norm, as I often do, and picking something else and running with it.
VMF-422, #8 Download
10.9Mb
This repaint depicts a modern version of Corsair #8 (Bureau #17965) flown by Lt. Robert Stout of Marine squadron VMF-422, the "Flying Buccaneers" - part of MAG-31 (Marine Air Group) and transitioned to the Corsair on 15 December 1943. The original #8 was crash landed on 18 May 1944 after being damaged in combat. My repaint is a clean reproduction with original Vargas girl on the vertical and a VMF-422 patch slapped on the side of the fuselage as my own tribute to VMF-422. A photo of the original plane is included in the download.
The Royal Navy operated all of the Corsairs in the European Theater of Operations during WW2. America's brother across the Atlantic also was the first to operate Corsairs from aircraft carriers - key word being "operate" as in regular combat service. The British devised the curved carrier landing approach to get around the long snout of the Corsair, which was later adapted by the US Navy and began a history of Corsair operations onboard US ships.
Royal Navy Corsairs had 8 inches clipped from their wings at the factory so they would fit on the lower carrier decks with wings folded, but we'll just have to ignore that little detail with this 3D model.
Royal Navy JT-410 Download
15.3Mb
These textures depict a modern Royal Navy Corsair II, of JT-410 (BuNo 56283) T8-H, flown by Sub Lt Donald J. Sheppard (Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve), of No 1836 Sqn (47th Naval Fighter Wing), HMS Victorious, January 1945. Because insignias were constantly changing in the PTO, I have included two versions of the British SEAC insignia on top of the wings. The smaller Type B configuration is the default scheme. If you like the larger insignia then you have an optional set of wing textures included in this download.
Royal Navy KD-431 Download
6.8Mb
This repaint was created at the request of A2A forums member "mattcurry". This is an RAF Corsair IV, bureau # 14862. Currently this Goodyear FG-1A lives in the Fleet Air Arm Museum, in Southwest UK (here), uniquely restored, stripping off all 1963 paint to reveal its true historical 1945 colors. This scheme depicts a modern version of this plane after full restoration, so that you can fly it in all of its beautiful glory.
Royal Navy KE-340 Download
6.6Mb
This repaint depicts a modern version of a Goodyear FG-1D Corsair, Bureau # 92146, in 1945 slated for service with the Royal Navy but never saw combat due to the end of hostilities. This was a factory fresh Corsair that may have never been delivered, or might have been one of the unfortunate handful that were dumped into the ocean from a Royal Navy carrier so that money didn't have to officially change hands before delivery. War is hell.
This "Reno Unlimited" category consists of my custom modern designs and some historical. These paint schemes are geared toward the Reno Racing Unlimited Class, Silver Races. The Silver Races fall under the Unlimited Class, but are not a separate class. The Silver Races are a slower category for aircraft that don't qualify for the Gold Races, but continue to compete throughout the week, as with all racing classes at Reno.
NOTE: Go to the official "National Championship Air Races" website for all information pertaining to the Reno racing classes HERE.
The 3D model of the A2A Simulations® Aircraft Factory® F4U-1 Corsair is not modified for Reno Air Racing, but the A-Model is better suited for racing since it has no hard-point pylons beneath the wing roots. The general airframe shape cannot be modified by mere textures. However, the "AF" Corsair falls well within the realm of somewhat stock aircraft that consistently qualify for the Reno Unlimited Silver races.
A wonderful racing upgrade to the Corsair's performance, as well as numerous paint schemes, can be found at FASA (FSX Air Racing Association) found HERE.
Blackjack! Download
16.8Mb
This original creation is my "Blackjack!" air racing Corsair. This scheme depicts a modern F4U-1 rebuilt and prepared for the Reno air racing circuit, Silver Races. This scheme is meant to provoke a gambler's attitude of "going for it" and living on the edge. It's a Reno thing! Inspired by the colors of WW2 Night-fighter Corsairs with red lettering on black paint, and a logo based on the "Blackjack" B-17 nose-art of WW2 which can be found HERE.
"Project Joe" ABG-2 Download
16.8Mb
This historical scheme depicts a modern version of an FG-1A that was attached to ABG-2 (Air Base Group 2) at NAS San Diego, CA for an attempt to set a transcontinental speed record on May 22, 1945 as part of "Project JOE". Unfortunately, the attempt was foiled by bad weather toward the end of the run. I am placing this repaint in the Reno air racing group since it was not a regular stock Corsair meant for combat. It's purpose was to set a speed record, and a modern version would fit in nicely at Reno.
Below you will find miscellaneous add-ons for the "Aircraft Factory F4U-1 Corsair". The "MISC.DDS" files add fuel caps to the drop tanks and many details to the R2800 engine. You will find many options below for your specific bird. All of my Corsair repaints have the appropriate files included, but if you are using someone else's repaint or just wish to check out the new textures, then this is the place.
Cockpit files include versions for modern "White", "Gray", "Zinc-Chromate" and vintage "WW2 Zinc-Chromate" interiors. All of these textures have black side consoles, instrument cowl, and padding. Try them out and find your favorite!
Drop Tank & Tires - "A Model" (misc.dds)
1.7Mb
These textures are for the Corsair "A model" with a single drop tank. This pack of textures includes "Navy Light Gray" and "Navy Sea Blue" drop tank options. And for each color there is also the option for diamond-tread dirt tires or ribbed tarmac tire treads. This download includes four files - two color schemes, each of which has the two different tire tread options. DXT-888-8 32 bit.
Drop Tank & Tires - "C & D Models" (misc.dds)
1.7Mb
These textures are for the Corsair "C & D models" with dual drop tanks. This pack of textures includes "Navy Light Gray" and "Navy Sea Blue" drop tank options. And for each color there is also the option for diamond-tread dirt tires or ribbed tarmac tire treads. This download includes four files - two color schemes, each of which has the two different tire tread options. These are the same as the "A model" download, but the fuel caps are repositioned for the dual tank 3D model. DXT-888-8 32 bit.
Wingfold files - Zinc Chromate &: White.
386 kb
This is a set of new files for the inner wingfold textures. You'll have your choice of white or zinc-chromate. The wingfold isn't something you spend much time looking at, but they were a mess so I recreated them. Since these are less important files I saved them in DXT5 format.
F4U-1 Main Gearwells & Tailwheel files
13.78Mb
These textures are for zinc-chromate gearwells, front and rear. Most Corsairs have white gearwells, but I have seen some in real life painted with zinc-chromate. If you like the look or want to check it out on your Corsair, try these files out. These files are DXT5 format since they are less important and don't get a lot of viewing time.
F4U-1 Bumpmap & Specular files
8.93Mb
These files are required for all of my Aircraft Factory repaints. Because I created my own paint kit and reworked the lines for panels and rivets, these files are neccessary for everything to line up in the glare of the sun.
Panels lines will show up as deep cuts in the fuselage, and rivets will show in the sunlight and disapear in the shadows. These files are the result of lengthy experiments. I hope you like the new look.
These files do not accomodate insignias or artwork for unique shine values, as that is something no one notices and only complicates the file system. Therefore, these files will work for ALL of my repaints.
F4U-1 White Cockpit, v2.0
13.78Mb
This set of repaint textures are for a modern Corsair cockpit with white interior and brushed-aluminum instrument panel. This set of texture files stays true to reality, while changing the interior to a modern cockpit meant for modern Reno Air Racing.
Shadows were added here and there in the dark recesses of the cockpit, and also around the instruments and switch plates on either side of the cockpit. You will find that the handles for wing-hinge lock and tail-wheel lock now have indicator text, and the RPM gauge ticks were colorized to indicate 2150 cruise RPM. The numeral "2" is now in green, and the "150" tick is marked in red as well.
Textures are non-distortion DXT888-8 format for when you zoom in close. These files are 4 times larger than stock files, but since you spend most of your time in the cockpit, and some may be using "Track IR" or similar equipment, I wanted the cockpit textures to be the highest-resolution possible.
F4U-1 Gray Cockpit
13.78Mb
This set of repaint textures are for a modern Corsair cockpit with blue-gray interior. This texture set will change the appearance of your Corsair's cockpit from zinc-chromate to light blue-gray. The colors of particular knobs and buttons are based upon photos of actual Corsairs. Shadows were added in the dark recesses of the cockpit, and also around the instruments and switch plates on either side of the cockpit. You will find that the handles for wing-hinge lock and tail-wheel lock now have indicator text, and the RPM gauge ticks were colorized to indicate 2150 cruise RPM. The numeral "2" is now in green, and the "150" tick is marked in red as well.
Textures are non-distortion DXT888-8 format for when you zoom in close. These files are 4 times larger than stock files, but since you spend most of your time in the cockpit, and some may be using "Track IR" or similar equipment, I wanted the cockpit textures to be the highest-resolution possible.
F4U-1 Zinc Chromate Cockpit
13.78Mb
This set of repaint textures are for a modern Corsair cockpit with zinc-chromate interior. This texture set will change the appearance of your Corsair's cockpit to a cleaner layout with black side consoles. The stock cockpit had side consoles painted with zinc-chromate, but I have never seen such a scheme in real-world photos, so I changed it for realism. Shadows were added here and there in the dark recesses of the cockpit, and also around the instruments and switch plates on either side of the cockpit. You will find that the handles for wing-hinge lock and tail-wheel lock now have indicator text, and the RPM gauge ticks were colorized to indicate 2150 cruise RPM. The numeral "2" is now in green, and the "150" tick is marked in red as well.
Textures are non-distortion DXT888-8 format for when you zoom in close. These files are 4 times larger than stock files, but since you spend most of your time in the cockpit, and some may be using "Track IR" or similar equipment, I wanted the cockpit textures to be the highest-resolution possible.
F4U-1 WW2 Cockpit
13.78Mb
This set of repaint textures are for a modern Corsair cockpit with zinc-chromate interior. This texture set is a dirty and weathered version with less color detail added to instruments and no modern upgrades for those who enjoy flying war-time aircraft. The stock cockpit had side consoles painted with zinc-chromate, but I have never seen such a scheme in real-world photos, so I changed it for realism. Shadows were added here and there in the dark recesses of the cockpit, and also around the instruments and switch plates on either side of the cockpit.
Textures are non-distortion DXT888-8 format for when you zoom in close. These files are 4 times larger than stock files, but since you spend most of your time in the cockpit, and some may be using "Track IR" or similar equipment, I wanted the cockpit textures to be the highest-resolution possible.
Primary historical source for US naval squadrons:"http://acepilots.com/usn_sqns.html".
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